Monthly Archives: January 2012

Are there discounts for…?

Everyone wants a special price or discount. And if you’re a senior or have children travelling with you, there may be savings to be had. Keep in mind, however, the compromises or trade-offs. I explain further below. Here are two … Continue reading

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Our President’s Message Regarding the Costa Concordia

Cruise Experts Travel’s President, Denis Lim, released a statement on Wednesday addressing the devastation that happened off the Italian coast a couple of weeks ago, and the concerns that have been raised about the safety of cruising. Here it is … Continue reading

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Your Travel Consultant at Your Fingertips

How does having your travel consultant at your fingertips 24/7 while travelling sound? With our new mobile app, it’s like as if you have Edward, Heather, Raychel, Jay, Kassandra or whoever your Cruise Specialist happens to be with you. The … Continue reading

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Interesting Princess Itineraries in Europe

With seven ships in Europe, large and small, and 57 different itineraries, the traveller who wants to cruise here onboard Princess has a lot of options; 125 in fact. Ships sail the regions of the British Isles, Scandinavia, Russia, Northern … Continue reading

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Mediterranean Cruise Attire

Imagine yourself at a land resort. What would you wear? Something comfortable, yet presentable. I like to call this look smart casual. Your list shouldn’t deviate much from a Mediterranean land-based vacation. For formal nights onboard, pack a few nicer … Continue reading

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Cruising the Mediterranean with Cruise Expert Heather Clifton

Cruise Expert Heather Clifton has visited Europe five times, two of which were on a cruise. She’s been to England, Ireland, Germany and the Mediterranean and she blogged extensively about her trip in the Mediterranean last year aboard the Ruby … Continue reading

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How Safe is Cruising?

In the wake of the Costa Concordia incident, it is not uncommon for us to get calls and questions following media coverage of such rare events. I believe that the majority are aware that accidents like this are very rare. … Continue reading

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Reminder: Princess’ New Smoking Policy

As of this Sunday, January 15th, Princess Cruises’ new smoking policy takes effect. This move sees even balconies becoming smoke-free! Many are applauding this change, including those who responded to our Facebook post on Monday. Where CAN’T you smoke? The … Continue reading

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A Europe Cruise Twice? It’s Worth It.

Cruise Experts Travel’s accountant Amy and I cruised the Mediterranean last summer, so when she told me she was going on another cruise in the fall in Europe, I was a little surprised — that’s a long way to go … Continue reading

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Dining and Activities on the Ruby Princess

I had the chance to sail aboard the Ruby Princess for 12 nights last summer in the Mediterranean. She is Princess Cruise Line’s newest ship and is considered the flagship of the fleet. Launched in 2008, this ship can accommodate … Continue reading

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